Semi-antique Baluch rug from Afghanistan. 195×70 cms

This amazing long-pile vintage rug woven by a Baluch woman, has been woven with undyed natural wool in only two colours: brown and ecru and with some red dyed wool. The design is made up of small medallions arranged vertically, with a small single goat.  An original and different rug.

Material: 100% hand-spun sheep wool   

Size: 195×70 cms

Origin: Baluch tribe from Afghanistan

Date of weaving: 1960s

The Baloch or Baluch are an Iranian people who live mainly in the Balochistan region, located at the southeasternmost edge of the Iranian plateau, encompassing the countries of Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan. There are also Baloch diaspora communities in neighbouring regions, including in India, Turkmenistan and the Arabian Peninsula.